Looking for a good quality mechanics seat.

woody 73 · Dec 15, 2015

I did a search on the GJ and found an older thread but several members seemed to like the seat that I already own (craftsman mechanics seat); but for some reason they never last me too long (I know go on a diet).

http://www.sears.com/craftsman-adju...xBingPLA&kpid=00951164000&kispla=00951164000P

I found this one anyone own one and do you like it or is it junk and will not take any abuse? :dunno:

http://www.bonecreeper.com/tailbone.html

I am looking for one to last me for several years, take any abuse, keep on going and at the same time be somewhat comfortable to sit in; I am open to suggestions from the GJ hive.

jerseykat1 · Dec 15, 2015

Old office chairs. Take the back off

Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk

Xmoonstompx · Dec 15, 2015

Best seat I've found.

jerseykat1 · Dec 15, 2015

https://www.google.com/search?site=...chair+seat+back+removed&imgrc=1lA96Fqmba3dsM:

Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk

knobby · Dec 16, 2015

Had a couple of the cheap seats and wasn't too impressed with them bought one of these and regretted not buying it much sooner
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000P6WMO6/?tag=atomicindus08-20

FigureItOut · Dec 16, 2015

Just one thing I'd like to point out to you in case you didn't notice. That Bone seat is 12" high and not adjustable. That's very low. In fact, I've been shopping for a fairly short one and that's the shortest I've seen.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337Z using Tapatalk

firworks · Dec 16, 2015

Give us a ball park weight capacity we should be suggesting in...

Wamsutta · Dec 16, 2015

Might be helpful:

Mike007 · Dec 16, 2015

I really like the Tailbone seat. It is a little bulky though.

Tim37 · Dec 16, 2015

I like the old 5gallon bucket. Great for transporting tools around the plant and make a fine seat

woody 73 · Dec 16, 2015

Keep the ideas coming, not too crazy about the 5 gal seat as I have several buckets and my **** does not approve!

Jerseykat1 love the pictures, but not going to happen anytime soon.

Good information about the tail bone only being 12" in height and not adjustable. :thumbup:

stonesfan68 · Dec 16, 2015

I have this one and like it a lot.

Williams-42304A

mjoekingz28 · Dec 16, 2015

woody 73 said:
Keep the ideas coming, not too crazy about the 5 gal seat as I have several buckets and my **** does not approve

Tell AAP about this problem!

FigureItOut · Dec 16, 2015

I'm watching this thread, shopping for one myself but I'm pretty well decided on the Traxion in the video.
I have this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004SVJDHS/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1#immersive-view_1450284431557

I can tell you it's well made, but I can't say anything about comfort because I bought it to take the seat off and bolted on a platform for my tool bag, now it's sort of a rolling work station, and it's marvelous for that. If you get it for a seat, epoxy some magnets on the back of the drawers or they'll slide open.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337Z using Tapatalk

zakmartin · Dec 16, 2015

I use a Professional HD Mechanic's Seat (HRS) by Whiteside Manufacturing. There is a red and a black version and I bought the red one off Tooltopia. It was about a hundred bucks, but after spending 30 or 40 bucks every couple of years on Chinese Craftsman seats that would always end up breaking, I decided to give this one a spin. It's made in the USA out of USA parts, the magnetic tray in the bottom section is handy and it rolls nice and smooth. I know it's hard to describe, but it FEELS like it's made to last. I weigh 280 lbs, (I know, I know...) and it feels like you could put two of me on the thing. As far as I'm concerned, this chair is a 9.5/10.

Edit:
I just noticed Knobby bought the same seat a few posts up. Glad to see I'm not the only one who digs this thing.

canuckian · Dec 16, 2015

i have the same whiteside one as pictured above. No doubt it's a sturdy rig but the lack of height adjustment and small casters are negatives for me.
I think the next one I get will be this one from Traxion

oldldh · Dec 16, 2015

Don't laugh...

But this thing rolls over electrical cords, air lines, cracks in the floor, etc...

And the price is right...

Harbor Freight #91495...$ 59.99 or $ 48.00 with 20% off coupon...

Also available from other places for more money, and they may be slightly different...

Rated at 300 pound capacity... :evil:

I like mine...

PoorOwner · Dec 16, 2015

Why do you need a seat? I know, it's the height for max jax. But those without it?

I have never visited a shop or dealership and saw anyone on a seat.

I have a couple but only sit on it when I am having a drink or waiting for things to dry.

djdaredevil · Dec 16, 2015

I have the the pro-lift c-310 and its comfortable enough for a seat. What I have found though is most seats are to high for me with out a lift and Im only 6'. What I did was was get a zcreeper and modified it so it can work like this one. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007OAGMYW/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Mike007 · Dec 16, 2015

canuckian said:
i have the same whiteside one as pictured above. No doubt it's a sturdy rig but the lack of height adjustment and small casters are negatives for me.
I think the next one I get will be this one from Traxion

That looks pretty sweet.

bb_max · Dec 16, 2015

My dad has one from the local case ih dealer that you can flip on its front and is a step stool. Says it was $20.
No I don't have a link.

90zcar · Dec 16, 2015

Honestly an office chair with the back taken off is better than any creeper seat. I feel they last longer aswell than some cheap vinyl creeper. I'll take a pic of mine then

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

WhiskeyRanger · Dec 16, 2015

PoorOwner said:
Why do you need a seat? I know, it's the height for max jax. But those without it?

I have never visited a shop or dealership and saw anyone on a seat.

I have a couple but only sit on it when I am having a drink or waiting for things to dry.

If I had a lift, I wouldn't use a seat either.

alpaca · Dec 16, 2015

I got a torin roller seat for 20 or 25 on amazon. Not as good as the whiteside's with the back support but you can't really beat it for the price and it's well built.

anndel · Dec 17, 2015

oldldh said:
Don't laugh...

But this thing rolls over electrical cords, air lines, cracks in the floor, etc...

And the price is right...

Harbor Freight #91495...$ 59.99 or $ 48.00 with 20% off coupon...

Also available from other places for more money, and they may be slightly different...

Rated at 300 pound capacity...

I like mine...

This looks cool! Different from the others :thumbup:

rudnik · Dec 17, 2015

I just ordered this last night cause i was lookin for a seat and stumbled across it. I figure i'll put my most commonly used tools in it, and it should cut down on having to get up and walk over to my main toolbox

http://www.farmandfleet.com/products/916883-project-pro-creeper-seat-tool-box.html

firworks · Dec 17, 2015

PoorOwner said:
Why do you need a seat? I know, it's the height for max jax. But those without it?

I have never visited a shop or dealership and saw anyone on a seat.

I have a couple but only sit on it when I am having a drink or waiting for things to dry.

They're kinda handy just for all around work in the shop. Yesterday I built a mobile base for my table saw and did it all from a rolling mechanic's seat. Nicer than sitting on the concrete or worse kneeling.

I've got this guy that I bought for 20$.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FMO1GW/?tag=atomicindus08-20

90zcar · Dec 17, 2015

I've had this for awhile. Cheap office chair with the back and arms off. Doesn't have cheap vinyl that rips either

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

knobby · Dec 19, 2015

For any Canadians looking for a good buy on a mechanics seat
http://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/pro-point-heavy-duty-shop-roller-seat/A-p8431496e

frozen-stitches · Dec 19, 2015

zakmartin said:
I use a Professional HD Mechanic's Seat (HRS) by Whiteside Manufacturing. There is a red and a black version and I bought the red one off Tooltopia. It was about a hundred bucks, but after spending 30 or 40 bucks every couple of years on Chinese Craftsman seats that would always end up breaking, I decided to give this one a spin. It's made in the USA out of USA parts, the magnetic tray in the bottom section is handy and it rolls nice and smooth. I know it's hard to describe, but it FEELS like it's made to last. I weigh 280 lbs, (I know, I know...) and it feels like you could put two of me on the thing. As far as I'm concerned, this chair is a 9.5/10.

Edit:
I just noticed Knobby bought the same seat a few posts up. Glad to see I'm not the only one who digs this thing.

I got one like this by Snap-On. It's a hand me down from my dad and has been the best shop seat ever.

90zcar · Dec 19, 2015

Problem I don't like with those seats^^^^ is u can only sit in it one way. I like being able to get up and down off of it without looking where I'm sitting down

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

blazinPond · Dec 19, 2015

I'm not a huge fan of Craftsman, but i have enjoyed their seat this past year.
I've comfortably used it for a lot of my auto detailing.

Skin · Dec 19, 2015

WhiskeyRanger said:
If I had a lift, I wouldn't use a seat either.

Even with a lift. Its easier to sit for various door repairs.

Looking for a good quality mechanics seat.

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Attachments

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

New member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Well-known member

Active member

Well-known member

Member

Attachments

Well-known member